Raspberry-Champagne Granita

Directions

1. 1
   Place the raspberries and lime juice in a blender; process until smooth.
2. 2
   Combine water, sugar and champagne in a medium saucepan, bring to a boil.
3. 3
   Reduce heat; simmer 1 minute or until sugar melts.
4. 4
   Remove from heat, stir in raspberry puree.
5. 5
   Pour the mixture into a large, shallow baking dish.
6. 6
   Cover and freeze 8 hours.
7. 7
   Remove dish from freezer and let stand for 5 minutes.
8. 8
   Scrape entire mixture with a fork until fluffy.